never saw it ..." both paused.

That couldn't be true now.
It was as if the hearts of both boys stopped for a moment, only to continue beating at double speed only a little later. NO, it couldn't be true now and no matter how close it was. SO DAMN CLOSE !!
Ace bit his lower lip because Luffy was already squeezing his hand together painfully. Both stood there frozen in pillars of salt. Neither of them moved.

Someone was behind them, that could be clearly felt. Someone or something.
Soft steps came closer and closer to her. It was not a hasty step. Leisurely and calm. The person was probably playing games with them and apparently wanted to destroy their nerves completely. A low hum could be heard. The steps stopped. Something squeaked.

Soon Ace couldn't anymore. Either he would pounce on the person or he would run away at any moment.Only with the last alternative was there a problem ... His legs didn't obey him. He looked at Luffy. He was close to tears and squeezed Ace's hand even tighter.

The person stirred and came even closer. A small head slipped between Ace and Luffy unnoticed.
A warm breath went over Ace's upper arm and made him shudder.
The monster would eat him in a moment ... it would be over soon ...
Equal …
Equal …
EQUAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!

“Yuck, what just smells so pungent and not beautiful ?!” You jump up, a chair falls over, a girl dripped downstairs - you run out into the night and weren't seen anymore. KICHI CHI CHI CHI CHI CHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII !!!!! "

"UWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH !!!!"